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Nigeria's Cross River State just launched a partnership with election officials and three universities to get more young people registered to vote. The initiative focuses on reaching students where they learn, making democratic participation easier than ever.
Over 54 million Ethiopians registered to vote in one of Africa's biggest democratic exercises, adding 16 million new voters in a single cycle. The election features 42 political parties, 10,000 candidates, and 64,000 domestic observers monitoring the process.
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South Africa's election commission is taking on AI-generated misinformation with new tech tools and social media partnerships ahead of the 2026 local elections. The proactive approach aims to protect voters from fake websites and deepfakes while making registration easier than ever.
Over 4,400 people in Anambra State, Nigeria have registered to vote in an ongoing effort to strengthen grassroots democracy. The registration drive brings voting access directly to local communities across all 326 wards.
Traditional rulers across Abia State are taking civic participation into their own hands. They're launching a grassroots campaign to ensure every eligible resident gets registered for national ID and voter cards.
Pop superstar Harry Styles is bringing philanthropy on the road with his "Together, Together" tour, partnering with three nonprofits across 50 shows in seven cities worldwide. Every ticket sold will help fund humanitarian aid, music education, and voter registration efforts.